Become a PC-CARE Provider
Comprehensive training and certification
Helping Families Thrive
PC-CARE is a 7-week trauma-informed intervention that supports children and families. Adapted from Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), PC-CARE helps families strengthen their relationships, decrease difficult or disruptive behaviors, and learn calming and co-regulation strategies. This intervention was thoughtfully designed to improve accessibility to evidence-based treatment interventions.
Dr. Alex introduced PC-CARE to the state of Hawai’i in 2020. Dr. Stephanie became a provider and trainer shortly thereafter. Since then, they have trained over 15 providers in this intervention and supported over 50 families statewide.
Use the button below to be added to our list of interested providers and receive updates on PC-CARE training opportunities.
What Makes PC-CARE Different?
Traditional parent management interventions teach effective skills to caregivers, but families may struggle to put the skills into practice outside of session.
PC-CARE solves this challenge by using live, in-the-moment coaching during session. While caregivers play with their child, their therapist will coach them to practice the skills they’ve learned to get hands-on practice in real time.
Why get certified?
Benefits of PC-CARE Training
Learn skills that not only will make you a strong PC-CARE therapist, but that you can utilize with any modality.
High Level of Support
Trainees are highly supported by certified PC-CARE trainers & licensed psychologists, Stephanie and Alex, both throughout training and afterwards!
Trauma-Informed Skills
Trainees will explore strategies to adjust caregiver behaviors or techniques in culturally-sustaining, trauma-informed ways
Practice Non-Avoidance
Trainees will practice non-avoidance of difficult conversations or topics with families. Throughout training, learn to directly talk with caregivers about trauma, problem behaviors, & other tough subjects
Increased Problem-Solving Skills
Throughout training, trainees will learn a variety of skills to increase the family’s engagement and reduce barriers to participation in treatment
Have Fun!
Our favorite benefit: Learn skills and strategies that improve family relationships and help them have FUN together
We Lead With Our Values
We are intentional at every step of the way to incorporate our values into training and care
Caregiver Led
Putting parent voice at the forefront of our intervention
“Do Whatever It Takes"
Being as flexible as we can, while still maintaining a high level of fidelity
Efficiency
Overcoming barriers to quickly and effectively create positive change
Culturally Sustaining Practices
To practice in a way that “comes alongside” and “with” the client—explicitly maintaining heritage, values, cultural & linguistic pluralism, and other values important to the client/family (an intentional alternative to “culturally responsive”)
PC-CARE Outcome Data
Data shows that families who complete PC-CARE communicate more positively with each other and see improved behaviors after just 7 weeks. Additionally, families report an average of three fewer trauma symptoms at session 6.
Parents have more positive interactions with their children
PC-CARE therapists track positive communication skills (PRIDE) and avoid statements during a weekly 4-minute observation. On average, parents double their use of positive communication statements while avoids are cut in half.
Parents report that their child’s behaviors are more manageable
Each week, parents complete a behavior measure where they rate the severity of 9 challenging behaviors over the past 7 days. On average, families report high levels of difficult behaviors. However, after just 7 weeks, behaviors are typically below the clinical cutoff range.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Training takes place across two phases:
- Phase I: Preparatory Training
- Phase II: Applied Training
To become a certified PC-CARE therapist, you must:
- Be able to work with children & families in a therapeutic capacity
- Be able to commit to the time & work required for the duration of training.
In Phase I, trainees will first attend a virtual, 6-hour skill-building workshop facilitated by Stephanie and/or Alex.
Upon completion of the skill-building workshop, trainees will then participate in 7-weeks of consultation calls where you will follow a full PC-CARE case and meet weekly to discuss.
During Phase II, you will provide PC-CARE to a suitable client with the help and guidance of Stephanie and/or Alex.
For your initial client, you will have weekly prep calls with your primary trainer to review feedback from the previous session and prepare for your upcoming session.
On average, 6 months from the start of Phase I until full certification. However, this amount of time can vary depending on a variety of factors. Talk with your primary trainer to discuss specifics of your situation.
Training will include a combination of virtual meetings and homework to be completed independently. You should plan for an average of 2-3 hours/week to dedicate to PC-CARE training.
Phase I is $500 for the full skill-building workshop.
The cost of Phase II can vary based on several factors. Please send us an inquiry or schedule a meeting to discuss your unique situation.
Have multiple providers at your practice that would like to train simultaneously? Contact us for group rates